Today we recognise the beginning of Ramadan for many colleagues, ship and shore.
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting during the hours of day light, prayer, reflection and community. It’s the holiest month for Muslims, marking the time when the Qur’an, the holy book, was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (over 1400 years ago!) and is believed that the rewards of good deeds are multiplied many times over during this sacred month.
A time for self-reflection, moral conditioning and spiritual advancement, Ramadan brings an opportunity for Muslims to hit the reset button; evaluating and adjusting their behaviours and attitudes in line with the person they want to become. This is in the hopes that the good behaviours practised during the month go on to be lifelong habits.
Did you know that the exact dates of Ramadan vary each year due to the Islamic calendar being based on the cycles of the moon? This year in the UK it’s expected to begin the evening of Friday 28 February and last until Sunday 30 March where the month-long fasting will be ended with a huge feast and celebrations called Eid Al-Fitr.
5 ways you can support colleagues observing Ramadan:
Be mindful of mealtimes
Try to schedule meetings or social events earlier in the day when they’ve recently eaten Suhoor (the pre-fasting meal right before sunrise), or later in the day after Iftar (the meal eaten after sunset.)Respect privacy
Not everyone takes part in fasting during Ramadan for various reasons and it’s important we respect their choices and not make assumptions.Be flexible with schedules where possible
Colleagues may be flexing their working hours to accommodate Ramadan. Some may also need to take time out of their working day to pray.Be considerate with food and drink
It’s ok to eat and drink around those who are fasting, but try not to do so in a way that could be distracting or insensitive.Create a supportive environment
Check in with your Muslim colleagues to see how they’re doing during Ramadan. You could take this time to educate yourself and ask questions to your colleagues (as long as they’re ok with this) or learn Ramadan greetings like Ramadan Mubarak (blessed Ramadan) or Ramadan Kareem (generous Ramadan).
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Thanks P&O cruises for take Care all religions
Thanks to p&o and Cunard for such a great gesture to the Muslim crew … Really it’s been an extra effort from all officer to make Muslim holy month feel special to all Muslim crew … Thanks everyone … Thanks F&B ARVIA , EX CHEF ARVIA , CHIEF OFFICER ARVIA , AND HR ARVIA
Thank you for care and respect every religion
Thanks CUNARD for giving us spiritual support in Ramadhan season and creating a great community
Ramadan Mubarak To all my Sisters and Brothers in Islam @P&OCruises. May this month bring joy and togetherness to your family. Wishing you a Ramadan of deep reflection and spiritual renewal.
Thank you P&O cruises for taking care of us..May Allah reward you with goodness.
Ramadan Mubarak to all Muslim brother and sister and big thanks for P&O cruises for taking care of all religions
Thank you ❤️ p&o cruises for your unwavering support during Ramadan every year’s
I am truly grateful for your consideration.
one of the best cruise line in the world 🌍
Ramadan Mubarak to all . Thank you for making us feel so special as this month means alot to us.
Thank you @P&O Cruises for the efforts you made for us.
Thank you for P&O for you support during the Ramadhan
Thank you p&o company for suport , efforts and respect to our religions , ramadhan mubarak to all.🙏
Thank you p&0 Cruises for making us feel like home in Ramadan on board thanks for organizing sehri and iftar onboard during the month of Ramadan
Thanku P&O for the support 🫂❤️🔥
Assalamualaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuhu
Alhamdulillah ”
Thank you for making us feel so special as this month means alot to us.
Thank you @Cunard for the efforts you made for us.
The month of mercy and forgiveness has arrived. May Allah accept our fasting, prayers, and good deeds, and grant us His endless blessings.
Ameen summa ameen 🤲🏻
P&O and Cunard officers always very supportive in Ramadhan with crew.. thank you all for such in our Holy month for Ramadan
Thank you P&0 as always for taking care for Ramzan and other festival as well Thanks once again
Ramadan Kareem! Thank you so much for best wishes and taking care of crew in this blessed month of Ramadan. It means a lot, for Muslims it’s very important month of fasting.
Thanks to all ships company for always supporting and caring!
Thank you P&O for looking after all the religions and treating everyone as An individual ❤️
Thanks Carnival (P&O) Thank you for your support and understanding during Ramadan. Ramadan Mubarak!”
Great respect and thanks to the P&O cruises team
Thank you Cunard Queen Anne for looking after us. And Ramadan Kareem to everybody
Dear P&O Team,
Ramadan Mubarak! As we celebrate the holy month of Ramadan, we invite you to share your favourite moments, family traditions, and personal experiences with us.
Your stories will help us build a stronger, more inclusive community that values diversity and promotes understanding.
Thank you for being an integral part of our P&O family!
Best regards,
Malik Muhammad Amjad
Ramadan Kareem..Barakallah for all, Aameen
Thnx for considering & making people aware!